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I have a tender, moveable, swollen lymph node (i think) between my ear and my tmj. my ear feels full, my jaw hurts, and i have post-nasal drip. could this be a dental cause if i feel no pain in my teeth? on antibiox, but should i go to dentist now?

Q: i have a tender, moveable, swollen lymph node (i think) between my ear and my tmj. my ear feels full, my jaw hurts, and i have post-nasal drip. could this be a dental cause if i feel no pain in my teeth? on antibiox, but should i go to dentist now?

: The swollen lymph node and jaw pain with your post nasal drip may be ear infection. It may be best to see your PCP first to have a look in your ear.

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Dr. Gloria Fong answered

The swollen lymph node and jaw pain with your post nasal drip may be ear infection. It may be best to see your PCP first to have a look in your ear.

Dr Verma agreed

Answered 5/27/2021

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Dr. Alan Chernick answered

Not sure what you have but it doesn't sound like it is coming from your teeth. A Chernick DDS

Dr Nolf agreed

Answered 5/29/2021

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A member asked:

I have a tender, moveable, swollen lymph node (i think) between my ear and my tmj. my ear feels full, my jaw hurts, and i have post-nasal drip. could this be a dental cause if i feel no pain in my teeth? on antibiox, but should i go to dentist now?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gloria Fong answered

Dr Verma agreed

Dr. Alan Chernick answered

Dr Nolf agreed

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